Noida Air Quality: Most Roads Dust-Free, Says CAQM Report
A surprise inspection in Noida found most road stretches dust-free, a positive sign for the polluted city. Read about the findings and the ongoing 'Operation Clean Air' drive.
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SC Gives CAQM 2 Weeks for Delhi-NCR Pollution Plan
The Supreme Court, admitting 20 years of failure, orders CAQM to identify major pollution sources and create a phased action plan within two weeks. Read the full story.
Supreme Court raps CAQM over Delhi-NCR air pollution plan
The Supreme Court criticized the CAQM for failing to identify pollution causes and long-term solutions for Delhi-NCR. The court has given the commission two weeks to convene experts and submit a report.
SC Backs Electric Vehicles, Slams Car as Status Symbol
India's Supreme Court urges the affluent to adopt electric vehicles, criticising car-centric culture and air quality body's inaction in Delhi's pollution battle. Read more.
SC Seeks Report on Major Causes of Delhi NCR Pollution
The Supreme Court has questioned the CAQM's effectiveness, seeking a detailed report on major pollution sources in Delhi NCR, with heavy vehicles flagged as a key contributor. Read the full story.
SC raps pollution watchdog CAQM over Delhi toll plaza delay
Supreme Court criticizes CAQM for seeking 2-month adjournment on Delhi toll plaza pollution issue. Bench directs immediate expert meeting and long-term solutions. Read the full story.
SC Raps CAQM on Delhi Air, India's FY27 Growth Seen at 6.9%
Supreme Court orders CAQM to meet experts on Delhi pollution. JNU seeks FIR over protest slogans. India's economy projected to grow 6.9% in FY27. Get the full news wrap.
SC to CAQM: Start Long-Term Delhi Pollution Plan
The Supreme Court has directed the CAQM to implement phased, long-term solutions for Delhi's air pollution crisis, urging action uninfluenced by stakeholders. Read the full story.
Supreme Court Criticizes Air Panel Over Delhi Pollution Response
Supreme Court slams Delhi's air quality monitor for failing to identify pollution causes. The bench demands concrete action plans, not just data, to tackle the capital's toxic air crisis. Read more.
SC pulls up air quality panel for failing Delhi, demands report
The Supreme Court reprimanded the air quality commission for inaction as Delhi's AQI stays 'poor'. The court ordered an expert report within two weeks. Read the full story.
SC Orders Expert Meet on Air Pollution Causes in 2 Weeks
The Supreme Court has mandated the CAQM to convene an expert panel within two weeks to identify the major causes of worsening air pollution and submit a report. Stay informed on this critical environmental directive.
GRAP Slashes Delhi's Severe Pollution, Prevents Deaths
A new study reveals Delhi's Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) prevents 60% more severe pollution hours, saving hundreds of lives. Learn how this 'mini-lockdown' for air works.
Delhi AQI improves, GRAP III curbs lifted
Delhi's air quality improved to AQI 236, leading to the revocation of GRAP Stage III restrictions. However, IMD warns of fog and a likely return to 'Very Poor' air from Sunday. Read the full forecast.
Delhi Air Quality Improves, GRAP Stage-3 Restrictions Revoked
Delhi's air quality improved to the 'poor' category with an AQI of 222. Strong winds led to the lifting of GRAP Stage-3 curbs, though Stages I & II remain. Read the latest forecast.
Data Shows Limited Role of Farm Fires in Delhi Smog
New data analysis reveals stubble burning contributes a minor share to Delhi's severe air pollution, challenging common perception. Read the full explainer on the complex causes of smog.
NCR Air Quality Improves, GRAP Stage-III Revoked
Air quality in Delhi-NCR improved from 'severe' to 'poor', leading authorities to revoke GRAP Stage-III curbs. Get the latest AQI data and weather forecast for Noida, Ghaziabad, and Delhi.
Gurgaon AQI improves to moderate after 2 months of poor air
Gurgaon's air quality turned 'moderate' on Friday with AQI at 187, thanks to strong winds. Experts warn the relief may be short-lived. Read the full report on pollution levels and lifted restrictions.
Delhi AQI improves, GRAP-3 revoked but restrictions remain
CAQM revokes GRAP Stage-3 in Delhi-NCR as AQI drops from 380 to 236. Find out which restrictions are lifted and which measures under Stage-1 and 2 continue to stay in force.
Delhi-NCR: GRAP Stage 3 Curbs Revoked After AQI Improvement
The CAQM has revoked Stage 3 of GRAP in Delhi-NCR as air quality improves. Restrictions on BS-III, BS-IV vehicles and construction are lifted. Details inside.
CAQM Lifts GRAP 3 Curbs as Delhi AQI Improves to 236
Delhi's air quality improves significantly, leading to the lifting of GRAP Stage 3 curbs. Find out what restrictions are revoked and which remain in force.
CAQM Revokes GRAP-3 in Delhi-NCR as Air Quality Improves
The CAQM has revoked Stage 3 of GRAP in Delhi-NCR as AQI improves. Key restrictions on construction and BS-III/IV vehicles lifted. Read the full details.
Delhi Most Polluted in NCR 2025, PM2.5 19x WHO Limit
Delhi recorded the highest annual PM2.5 levels among NCR cities in 2025, exceeding safe limits by 19 times. Read the full CREA analysis on pollution sources and year-round crisis.
Delhi-NCR gets relief: Petrol two-wheelers for delivery fleets till 2026
CAQM modifies order, allowing app-based aggregators to add BS-VI petrol two-wheelers until Dec 31, 2026. Move aims to ease transition as EV adoption lags behind targets. Read more.
Clean fuel rule for delivery fleets deferred till Dec 2026
India's air quality regulator defers a key clean mobility mandate for cab and delivery fleets in NCR, allowing petrol vehicles for another year amid severe pollution. Read the full story.
CAQM Chief on Delhi Air Quality: New 2026 Emission Study Planned
IAS officer Tarun Kumar Pithode outlines CAQM's progress on stubble burning, industries & vehicles. A new 2026-based emission inventory aims for better forecasts. Read the full interview.
Delhi Ramps Up Measures to Curb Air Pollution
Delhi government escalates its fight against toxic air with enhanced surveillance, stricter enforcement, and public awareness campaigns. Learn about the new action plan.
Gurgaon Air Quality: Only 4 of 125 Roads Dust-Free, Says CAQM
A CAQM inspection in Gurgaon found severe road dust and waste management failures by MCG, with only 4 out of 125 roads dust-free. Learn about the health risks and mandated actions.
CAQM finds high dust, waste dumping on 34 Gurgaon roads
CAQM's 'Operation Clean Air' found severe dust, waste dumping, and open burning on MCG-maintained roads in Gurgaon. The pollution watchdog has issued key recommendations for remediation.
Delhi Air Quality Improves, GRAP Stage-IV Lifted
Delhi's AQI improves from severe to very poor, prompting CAQM to revoke Stage-IV GRAP restrictions. BS-IV petrol vehicles from other states can now enter. Read the full update.
Delhi Schools Resume Offline Classes After GRAP 4 Revoked
Delhi schools to resume physical classes for grades 6-9 and 11 after Christmas break as CAQM lifts GRAP 4 curbs. Primary classes continue in hybrid mode. Check DoE's latest guidelines.
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